Carbohydrates are found in most of the foods we love, such as potato chips, cookies, and even ice cream. But did you know carbohydrates are also found in fruits, vegetables, beans, and grains? Over the last few decades, diet culture has portrayed carbohydrates as “bad” foods to be avoided as they are processed, sugary, and […]
If you need an example of what “serving the TXST community” looks like, look no further than Kelsey Banton, Health Promotions Specialist for the Student Health Center. An advisor for Students Against Violence and HealthyCats, Kelsey coordinates educational outreach to raise awareness about how to recognize and prevent violence in addition to supporting victims. She […]
If you’ve ever reached out for help with travel, expense reports, or reimbursements, there’s a good chance you’ve interacted with Isabel Valdez, Accountant I from the Accounts Payable and Travel Office. Since October 2013, her determination and customer-first attitude (not to mention her expertise with the Concur Travel platform) has helped make traveling a smooth […]
“With the right mindset, we can’t lose, we either practice what we’ve learned or we learn what we need to practice.” – Nodra Before you read the rest of this article, take a minute and complete the mindset quiz below: Growth Mindset / Fixed Mindset Test (idrlabs.com) Done? Ok great, jot down your results and […]
‘Tis the season for resolutions but let’s be honest, sometimes the 8 – 5 workday (and the rush hour traffic that follows) can slow us down on the road to prioritizing our well-being. Thankfully, TXST’s Employee Assistance Program is designed to help you live your best life at work and at home. Whether you’re kicking […]
As we enter the New Year, it can seem like we are constantly being bombarded by “New Year, New Me” messages. One of the most common things people change in the New Year is their diet and exercise habits. The influence of social media allows influencers with no credentials to make health and wellness claims […]
And just like that, we’re in the final stretch of 2022. But before the ball drops and we start focusing on our 2023 goals, we thought we’d take a glance in the rear view mirror to highlight the milestones and goals that were reached over the past year. Here’s a recap of what we accomplished […]
Free cookies, hot chocolate, and a photo-op with Boko…these are a few of our favorite things. Thank you to every one who joined us for our first-ever Cocoa with Boko event! To end the Fall semester on a sweet note, bobcat employees took a screen break and joined us on the first floor lobby of […]
November (and cooler weather) is upon us which means the holiday season is quickly approaching! The holidays can be both an exciting and stressful time of the year. In this month’s WellCats newsletter, we provide some actionable tips and resources to help guide you through the holiday season successfully. Learn more below! 1. Stress […]
Our World Mental Health Day 5K served as a wrap-up to our #StigmaFreeTXST campaign and an opportunity for the San Marcos community to show support for mental health awareness. Thanks to everyone who helped make our first-ever TXST 5k Walk/Run a success! If you weren’t able to make it, here’s a quick rundown of how […]